Noble or high-born
Ezell is likely a variant of the Germanic name Ezilo, which is a diminutive of names beginning with the element 'adel', meaning noble. It has been used in the United States since the late 19th century, particularly within the African American community, though it remains quite rare today.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Ezell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Civil rights activist and member of the Greensboro Four
American entrepreneur and philanthropist
The neighborhood local in the 1995 film Friday · Friday
